Global Shapers Community — Jeddah Hub

Think Global, Act Jeddah

A community of driven young leaders shaping the future of Jeddah through innovation, collaboration, and grassroots action.

37 Active Shapers
44 Initiatives
30+ Partners

Who We Are

The Jeddah Shapers are a group of young change-makers committed to driving positive impact in their community through projects in education, wellbeing, sustainability, and more. As part of the Global Shapers Community — an initiative of the World Economic Forum — we bring together passionate youth to lead grassroots solutions and connect with global peers to shape a better future.

Global Network

Part of the WEF's Global Shapers Community — 10,000+ members across 500+ cities.

Local Impact

Grassroots projects addressing challenges in education, wellbeing, and sustainability.

Youth Leadership

Young leaders under 30 creating measurable community impact across Jeddah.

Our Impact

Numbers that reflect our community's work

100K+
Benefited
44
Initiatives
37
Active Shapers
30+
Partners

Jeddah Retreat 2026

Where Cultures Meet

A 2.5-day cultural and connection-focused gathering hosted by the Jeddah Hub for Shapers from the Kingdom and around the world.

April 23–25, 2026Jeddah, Saudi Arabia9 Venues
Explore the Retreat

Retreat Venues

Al-Balad
Heritage District
teamLab
Immersive Art
Marbat Dhaban
Coastal Experience
Corniche
Waterfront
Red Sea Museum
Museum
Taibat Alhijaz
Restaurant

Featured Initiatives

Discover the work we do to make a real difference in Jeddah

Our Shapers

37 driven young leaders from across Jeddah

Our Partners

Organizations we collaborate with to shape Jeddah

SHADA Hotel
Zawiya 97

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